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RESOURCES: Employment
Finding and maintaining employment can help newcomer youth and families build stability in the United States. This section includes resources on finding and applying for jobs, preparing for the workplace, understanding workplace rights, avoiding employment scams, and navigating common employment requirements.
Find a Job
Find a Job
Resource Type: Website
Source: USA Hello
Languages: Website is available in English, Arabic, Chinese – Simplified, Dari/Farsi, French, Haitian Creole, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese
Description: This resource provides practical guidance on finding a job in the United States, including searching for job opportunities, filling out job applications, creating resumes and cover letters, and preparing for interviews.
Resumes and Getting Hired
Resumes and Getting Hired
Resource Type: Video
Source: Switchboard
Description: This resource provides practical guidance on creating an effective resume, highlighting relevant skills and experience, and improving your chances of getting hired in the United States.
Understanding Workplace Rights Part 2
Understanding Workplace Rights Part 2
Resource Type: Video
Source: Settle In
Description: This video explains basic workplace rights and protections in the United States, including protections available to workers regardless of immigration status.
How to Spot a Fake Job Offer
How to Spot a Fake Job Offer
Resource Type: PDF
Source: Switchboard
Description: This poster resource helps newcomers identify job scams by warning them against job offers that require payment and provides information on how to report scams.
Managing Stress While Looking for a Job in the U.S.
Managing Stress While Looking for a Job in the U.S.
Resource Type: Website
Source: Settle In
Description: This resource provides practical tips for managing stress and maintaining emotional well-being while navigating the job search process in the United States.
Managing Stress While Looking for a Job in the U.S.
Avoid Employment Scams
Resource Type: Video
Source: Switchboard
Description: This 3-minute video is a basic guide for newcomers, teaching them how to avoid common employment scams. It provides clear steps to protect yourself when others try to steal money or personal information.